Home This Week in History This Week in History: The Birth of Blue Jeans This Week in History: The Birth of Blue JeansJune 4, 2026 NOVA MCGILL Contributor On May 20, 1873, a quiet but important moment in clothing history took place when Levi Strauss and Jacob Davis were granted… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close Previous Post Marion Memorial Bridge 1936 Next Post Total Nutrition vitamins recalled due to Salmonella contamination